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Discover more about Scotland’s heritage and how we’re working to protect it.

A robin with an orangey-red chest and chunky tummy stands at the left of the photo, looking to the right.

Our winter places

Here’s a handy guide to which of our places are open this winter, so you can start planning some memorable days out.

A young man hiking a knife-edged mountain ridge on the Liathach Ridge

Supporting communities and wellbeing with walks in nature

Find out how we’re working with communities and using our amazing outdoor places to boost people’s wellbeing.

A walking trail next to a pond with trees on the lefthand side
14 Jan 2025

Habitat improved to protect rare aquatic insects

Work has been carried out to protect the habitat of rare dragonfly and damselfly species at Castle Fraser.

Two men sit at a table with a large microphone between them. A woman stands behind them, a hand resting on each chair. All are smiling for the camera.
10 Jan 2025

Love Scotland podcast mini-series: Robert Burns

As we get ready for Burns Night on 25 January, we’re delving into the Love Scotland archives to bring you episodes that reveal the life and legacy of Robert Burns.

7 Jan 2025

Jo and Pete – a match made at Mar Lodge

Jo and Pete celebrated a relaxed, nature-inspired wedding at Mar Lodge, blending Highland adventures, local traditions and cherished memories.

A white bag of Biochar compost stands in a flower bed of pink flowers.
6 Jan 2025

Innovation in the Highlands: sharing conservation projects

Our Highlands & Islands team recently hosted an exchange visit with representatives of the Dúlra project in Ireland, to share conservation learnings.

A view of the terraced garden at Inverewe, dropping down to the lochside. Visitors walk along one of the narrow gravel paths. Bright pink flowers are in the foreground.
6 Jan 2025

Jules is an ambassador for Inverewe

Have you considered volunteering at Inverewe? It’s a wonderful way to engage with the local community, interact with visitors, express your love for nature, and be part of something special.

Castle Fraser on a sunny winter's day with a dusting of snow.

Christmas at Castle Fraser

The decorations at Castle Fraser are made with plants grown in the castle garden, then cut and dried in time for Christmas. Enjoy this festive celebration of the garden inside the castle.

A man and a woman hold a Mackintosh design box with the lid open to reveal a plaque with The National Lottery Heritage Fund logo.
19 Dec 2024

Funding win marks anniversary of Mackintosh acquisition

Mackintosh Illuminated project receives £1.1 million package of development funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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